AASHTO Publications Construction Stormwater Field Guide Training (5 PDHs) TC3CN039-16-T1

This course offers professional development hours (PDHs). You will see the PDHs on your course completion certificate, which also serves as documentation of your attendance. PDH requirements vary, therefore, it is up to you to determine whether or not this particular course qualifies under your State or board requirements. Course overview: This course is based on the Construction Stormwater Field Guide. Using this course and the guide helps departments of transportation (DOTs) stay in compliance with Federal, State, and local regulations for improving stormwater quality and provides guidance where local publications may currently be lacking. ? The information presented in this guide is based on techniques and control measures considered generally effective in many areas of the country. This guide is not meant to be a design manual or pollution prevention plan, nor is it meant to supersede, substitute, or make more stringent well-defined practices or regulatory standards. The information discussed in this guide provides information on installing and maintaining best management practices so that they are effective.? There are five modules that make up this course: • Module 1: Introduction to Stormwater Management; • Module 2: Pollution Prevention; • Module 3: Sediment Control; • Module 4: Erosion Control; and • Module 5: Temporary Drainage Management. It is not required that you complete the modules in order; however, it is recommended.? Training level: This training is recommended for the Transportation Curriculum Coordination Council levels. Target audience: This course is intended for inspectors and resident engineers in construction on topics related to installation, maintenance, and inspection of common best management practices. Learning outcomes: Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to: • Describe stormwater pollution prevention activities; • Explain stormwater management practices related to erosion control; • Describe erosion control activities related to stormwater management; and • Summarize the various temporary drainage management methods related to controlling stormwater.